I understand this question has been asked few times in the past. Sorry for the repeat. I guess when this question came up in the past, price was a major factor and most of the discussions were based on the price point.

Now that both are available at the same price ($399) and we can set aside the price factor. Now my question is, which one is better in terms of the sound quality? My living room is 15x10.

I can't say which one is better because I have never listened and compared them directly. But if the specs are the only indicator, the Take Classic looks better to me. The Take Classic satellite and center speakers cover lower range, so does the Take Classic sub-woofer. They are also little bigger in size too, so they may have an advantage at higher volumes.

I haven't heard them, but I've ready good things about both the Take and Micro packages in the Energy Owners Thread (I own Energy RC-10s). I'd recommend the Energy Take Classic 5.0 package so that you can get a better sub, such as the Energy S10.3.

afrogt is right though. If you can make the jump to the CB-5s, they are a better speaker than the micros and the take fives.

As for your receivers, it would be best to allocate more money towards speakers and sub than a receiver. That's where you will get the most sound benefit. What budget did you have in mind for the receiver? Any requirements?

@cel4145: I am going with CB-5x4, CC-5, and S10.3 options as suggested by @afrogt in another thread. As far as the receiver goes, my budget is around $500-$600. I am leaning towards Denon-AVR-1912. I like the AirPlay option. Another friend of mine also suggested Marantz NR1602 for its slim size but it pumps only 50W per channel. With my speaker options Denon-1912 seems to be a good choice. Again, I am not an expert and welcome any suggestions including other brands and models.

If Airplay is important, that sort of limits your options; I think it's a fairly new features. One of the best ways to get a good value with a Denon receiver is to look at the previous year's model lines.

Most of Denon's previous year's models don't have airplay (can upgrade 3311). The 1912 or 2112 should work for you. That Marantz 1602 is a nice receiver. I wouldn't be concerned about the 50W/channel plus it has pre-outs for front L/R speakers (and of course the subwoofer).

@cel4145: I dropped EW-100 and upgraded AVR to Denon-1912 (mainly for component up-conversion) in the package. I got it for $1015 from Electronics-Expo. I also got S10.3 separately for $200 from newegg. The total is ~$1200.

Since I'm guessing this might be your first Denon and sub setup, read through AVS member batpig's guide and other resources (I, II, & III). It will help you to figure out how to use Audyssey to get the most out of your system.